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33 Celebrities You Didn't Know Were Gay

Sam Smith told Fader music, âI've made my music so that it could be about anything and everybody â whether it's a guy, a female or a goat â and everybody can relate to that. His experience with a man inspired In the Lonely Hour which he said left him in what he described as a âlonely and "very dark" place.â

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In 2006, Lance Bass revealed he was gay to People Magazine. The former NâSyncer popped the question to Michael Turchin after the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards reunion with his band mates. Bass and Turchin are engaged to be married.

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Zachary Quinto - He's played characters from 'Star Trek' to 'American Horror Story' and we've loved every minute of it. That scruff, that hair coiffed into perfection. Here we see him in his somewhat natural state.... sexy.

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Sarah Paulson - This movie diva originally from Tampa Florida has performed both on and Off-Broadway. She was also a guest on 'American Horror Story' taking that cast, if you're keeping track, up to at least two who are gay in this gallery.

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Andrew Rannells - This Broadway star has most recently been seen in The Book of Mormon and has multiple awards for his talents as a singer. Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album AND a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical.

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Amber Heard - Amber came out with a bang at GLAAD's 25th Anniversary Event in 2010. Although she is currently engaged to Johnny Depp, that doesn't stop her from loving. She always looks for the person, not the sexuality in her relationships.

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Ellen Page - She's an activist across the board who describes herself as a pro-choice feminist. She came out at an HRC event in 2014 and hasn't looked back since.

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Anna Pacquin - Best known for her role as Snookie in Tru Blood, Anna has had multiple awards including an Academy Award plus a Golden Globe. She is a self identified bi-sexual who is currently married to Stephen Moyer. They have two sons and currently live in Los Angeles.

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Matt Bomer - #NomNomNom - Yes we just said that out loud. Some of our favorite performances from this hottie come from White Collar and the incomparable Magic Mike. #Hottie #Certified

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Jodie Foster - Well hello Clarise. Jodie married Alexandra Hedison in April of 2014 and has two sons Charlie and Christopher. If you need some Fava beans hit us up and we'll be sure they're cooked to perfection.

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Jonathan Knight - This NKOTB member sang and danced along side Donne, Joey Danny and Jordan throughout the 80's and 90's. New Kids on the Block went back on tour with Boyz II Men bringing their sexy back to cities around the world.

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Matt Dallas - Those lips... Those eyes... They're calling out 'I'm sexy and I know it'. He played the character Kyle in Kyle XY... And might we say he did an AMAZING job. If you haven't seen it... Get out your favorite video streaming service and get started. You won't be disappointed.

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Bob Harper - Celebrity personal trainer Bob Harper started off his career in Melissa Etheride's hit video for the song "Angels Would Fall". He's been on The Biggest Loser since 2004 and, can we say... He can train us ANY day!

Sam(antha) Ronson - Sam and Lindsay Lohan were confirmed together in 2008 on Loveline.

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Jonathan Groff - Most recently know for his work in the HBO series Looking, this man about town has seen his fair share of Broadway and is even a Tony Award winner! Look out gents! Jonathan is recently single and ready to mingle!

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Jonathan Bennett - Jonathan is all-to-familiar with the fact that on Wednesdays we wear pink! He played Aaron Samuels in Mean Girls alongside The Plastics! As a part of the #LoveisLouder Campaign with Your.MTV.com he uploaded a video to empower young people who may be lacking hope in the face of bullying.

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Frank Ocean - "Your decision to go public about your sexual orientation gives hope and light to so many young people still living in fear." Frank Ocean came out in the mid-stages of his career in 2012 via his Tumblr blog.

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Tom Daley - NOM NOM NOM! This British heart-throb and Olympic Diver has been ALL over Instagram, Twitter and Facebook with sexy selfies and amazing diving photos. His work isn't just about the Olympics and competition, he also works for LGBT equality throughout the world.

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Sara Gilbert - Currently married to Linda Perry, Gilbert has two children from a previous relationship with Allison Adler. A son - Levi Hank and a daughter Sawyer.

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Jim Parsons - Hi Sheldon! OMG seriously love this guy! Although your hopes may be dashed in knowing that he's been with is partner over 10 years. Todd Spiewak and Jim Parsons have been together walking their dogs, washing clothes and going to work for over 10 years. *High Five*

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Chely Wright - "I hear the word 'tolerance'âthat some people are trying to teach people to be tolerant of gays. I'm not satisfied with that word. I am gay, and I am not seeking to be 'tolerated'. One tolerates a toothache, rush-hour traffic, an annoying neighbor with a cluttered yard. I am not a negative to be tolerated." Chely married Lauren Blitzer in August of 2011.

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Cynthia Nixon - Move over Sex and the City, Miranda is coming through! This Emmy, Grammy and Tony Award winner began her career in 1979 and has been gracing the screen since then! Her work with Referendum 74 in Washington State brought her to the fore-front and she self identified as bisexual in 2012.

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Sean Maher - This former actor in 'The Playboy Club' came out in 2011 and has two children with is partner Paul.
Photo 26 David Hyde Pierce: David is currently in a 24 year relationship with director and producer Brian Hargrove. They married in October 2008 and have worked on campaigns for LGBT rights.

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David Hyde Pierce, won 4 Emmy Awards, playing Dr. Niles Crane in the iconic television show, âFrasierâ and made his relationship with longtime partner Brian Hargrove public in 2007. The couple later married in California in 2008.

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Michael Stipe - Stipe puts the Q in LGBTQ. He is not self identified via his sexuality other than being self-described as a "Queer Artist". He does not look for sexuality definitions of gay, straight or bisexual. He has had relationships with both men and women.

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Wanda Sykes - The funny girl herself (not Barbara), does some AMAZING voice-over work. You've probably heard her in 'Over the Hedge', 'Barnyard', 'Rio' and 'Ice Age: Continental Drift'. She worked for marriage equality and specifically came out in 2008 during a same-sex marriage rally.

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Lindsay Lohan - 'nough said.

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Michelle Rodriguez - "Men are intriguing. So are chicks."

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Jillian Michaels - Ring the "Jillian is a gay person" Kettle Bell! Jillian is currently together with her parther Heidi Rhoades and has two children.

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Nathan Lane - On the obvious side of things... we figured we'd add in a photo of Nathan Lane for good measure. Notably he appeared in The Bird Cage and has had multiple runs on Broadway. Class act all around and looks Fabulous in drag.

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Tila Tequila - If you've ever caught a glimpse at her MTV reality show 'A Shot at Love with Tila Tequila' you're probably in the know. If you haven't, check it out because it'll give you all the answers you need.

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Charice - She came out in 2013 during an interview with The Buzz in the Philippines citing previous relationships with other girls in the music industry.